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📍Antique 1891 The Hours of Raphael in Outline – Illustrated Art Book
A beautiful antique art book by Mary E. Williams, published in Boston by Little, Brown, and Company in 1891.
This historical volume features detailed outline illustrations of Raphael's famous frescoes, The Hours of Raphael, originally painted on the ceiling of the Sala Borgia in the Vatican Palace. The book includes a list of 16 illustrations and is a collectible piece for enthusiasts of Renaissance art, antique books, and art history.
Condition:
This 1891 book shows significant age-related wear. The green hardcover has heavy rubbing, worn edges and corners, and substantial damage to the spine and binding. Interior pages show age-related discoloration, foxing, stains, and marks. One illustrated plate has a prominent brown stain across the upper portion.
The illustrations shown in the photographs retain their fine details. Completeness of all 16 plates has not been verified.
Sold AS IS due to its age and condition. ⚠️Please carefully examine all photographs, as they are part of the description.
A fascinating historical volume for collectors of antique illustrated books and Renaissance art.
